India Tax Revenue Analysis 2017-18
Tax revenue is the primary source of government income, comprising direct taxes (income tax, corporate tax) and indirect taxes (GST, customs, excise). The tax-to-GDP ratio reflects the efficiency of revenue collection and the breadth of the tax base.
Tax Revenue — 2017-18
11.53 lakh crore
Rs 11.53 lakh crore
Previous Year (2016-17)
10.93 lakh crore
Year-over-Year Change
+5.5%
Tax Revenue — 5-Year Trend
| Year | tax Revenue | total Rev Receipts |
|---|---|---|
| 2013-14 | Rs 8.16 lakh crore | Rs 10.56 lakh crore |
| 2014-15 | Rs 9.05 lakh crore | Rs 11.01 lakh crore |
| 2015-16 | Rs 9.44 lakh crore | Rs 12.02 lakh crore |
| 2016-17 | Rs 10.93 lakh crore | Rs 13.74 lakh crore |
| 2017-18 | Rs 11.53 lakh crore | Rs 14.35 lakh crore |
Source: Union Budget Documents, Ministry of Finance. Figures may include BE/RE/Actuals depending on availability.
Budget Snapshot — 2017-18
Total Expenditure
21.42 lakh crore
Total Receipts
21.42 lakh crore
Capital Expenditure
2.63 lakh crore
Tax Revenue
11.53 lakh crore
Fiscal Deficit
3.5% of GDP
Interest Payments
5.29 lakh crore